2021 saw the rise in sustainable living, wide-legged jeans and hybrid work schedules, but 2022 is looking a lot different. Some things are here to stay like the pleather trend and book clubs, but others like the middle part and tiny bags will be on the downfall.
From fashion, social life, even the newest cocktails and technology, things are going up. Moving into a new year is always a nice time to start fresh and give something a try. Here are 10 trends to ease into in the new year to enjoy what 2022 has to offer and take advantage of innovation.
10 Low Rise Waist Lines
In the last year, the fashion industry pushed for wide-legged pants, declaring that the skinny jean era has finished. Now get ready for the low rise trend, no more high waisted as fashion takes a trip back to 2000.
Expect low-rise bootleg jeans to be a trend, and don't be surprised if slacks and skirts follow behind them.
9 Creamy Cocktails
2021 was the year that espresso martini's made their way back on the menu, 2022 could be full of creamy and bitter cocktails like an Irish coffee, or kalua at the very least.
Break out of your comfort zone from your usual happy hour order, and try one of the coffee-based cocktails that aren't so much up and coming, as much what everyone is trying to reinvent with their own twist.
8 Moon And Stargazing
Looking for a new reason to meet with friends or a date that is different from a bar? Recommend to your people star and moon gazing. 2022 will expect nine different lunar missions and luna orbits plus some lunar eclipses as well.
Start with watching the sunset with all of the beautiful pinks and oranges, look out for the rising moon and stay on till the stars arrive. Find a good spot, pack a picnic and set out for an evening under the sky.
7 Home Entertainment
Netflix hit it big when they started producing their own films and series because it started to make movie theaters irrelevant. Entertainment Giants have followed such as Disney Plus, HBO Max and Hulu, making exclusive content that can't be seen in theaters.
People are more willing to pay for a subscription to their favorite channels than they are a movie ticket that costs almost the same. While movie theaters aren't dead yet, audiences are choosing to stay home and watch what is streaming.
6 Meeting New People
The last few years have been very virtual, and people are starting to get over it. With the world going virtual and feeling isolated, 2022 is sure to bring back the idea of talking to each other, forming new friend groups and going to social events to meet new people.
From dating apps to events and even just introducing mutual friends, social life is on the surprise.
5 The Return Of Side Parts
2021 saw models and movie starts rocking middle parts, from wearing it down and wavy to the slicked-back low bun. Beauty experts are bringing back the side part, a Millennial favorite since the early 2000s.
The middle part, while gorgeous, is a bit difficult to do perfectly even. A side part aligns with other fashion trends around convenience and accessibility, plus it has been around for a long time and is here to stay.
4 Temporary Beauty
From tooth rhinestones that pop off all of a sudden when brushing your teeth to pink hair dye that fades after a few washes, temporary beauty is popping up as a fun way to create a unique look without over dedicating.
Other fade-away trends include fabrics that change color with washes and fake tattoos. Try out a look without the commitment, and be sure to look out for the next temporary beauty trend.
3 Big Bags Are Back
Don't worry, the tiny purse trend isn't necessarily going away, but you can be sure to see the return of big bags to the runways this year. Tiny purses are easy to accessorize, but big bags that hold a lot of things are much more convenient for busy women.
Dust your Long Champ or Hobo bag off and get ready to take it everywhere with you in 2022.
2 VR Has Potential
2021 was full of some fear of the metaverse because it sounds so vague and unknown. The good news is it probably won't be taking off as the next big thing in 2022, but advancements to VR will happen as tech rises anyways.
Get ready to see VR become more accessible, but the metaverse is still a thing to be developed.
1 Jobs Created By Tech And AI
According to the World Economic Forum, job innovation will increase by 27 percent and 133 million new jobs will be created as a result of tech advancement and the high demand for skilled workers.
Learning a skill in tech may sound overwhelming, but it is likely much more innate to young people who have grown up in a digital world. Join a tech BootCamp or take a professional course to boost your skills and opportunities.
